Problem:
The task is to answer the question:
"A shark's skeleton is made of what?" and provide an explanation for the solution.
#### Step-by-Step Solution:
1.
Read the Information Provided:
- The image includes a description of sharks that states:
*"Sharks are a kind of fish. The skeleton of a shark is made of cartilage."*
2.
Identify the Key Fact:
- The sentence explicitly mentions that the skeleton of a shark is made of
cartilage.
3.
Analyze the Options:
- The question asks what a shark's skeleton is made of, and the options provided are:
- a) bone
- b) cartilage
- c) muscle
- d) skin
4.
Match the Information with the Options:
- From the description in the image, we know that the skeleton of a shark is made of
cartilage.
- This directly corresponds to option
b) cartilage.
5.
Circle the Correct Answer:
- According to the directions, you should circle the correct answer. Therefore, circle
b) cartilage.
6.
Trace and Write the Word "shark":
- The directions also ask you to read, trace, and write the word "shark."
- Trace the word "shark" as shown in the worksheet.
- Write the word "shark" in the space provided.
Final Answer:
- Circle:
b) cartilage
- Trace and write:
shark
Explanation:
Sharks are unique among fish because their skeletons are not made of bone like most other vertebrates. Instead, their skeletons are composed of
cartilage, which is a flexible and lightweight material. This adaptation allows sharks to be more agile and efficient swimmers. The information provided in the worksheet confirms this fact, making
cartilage the correct answer.
Final Answer: \boxed{b}
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of shark worksheets.
